Ma Siss's Place

Ma Siss's Place is a non-profit ministry that was founded in the late 1990's whose goal is to help elderly, shut-ins, and low-income families. It began as a group of women met in the living room of Mrs. Wilkerson's home once a week and they would discuss the everyday issues that low-income households face. Among the issues discussed, the most common one that was inflicting the majority was that after they paid their rent there wasn't much left over for food and clothing. So, Mrs. Wilkerson, better known as Ma Siss, decided to open a food pantry and clothing closet in her basement. Before long the need was so great that Ma Siss's basement was not large enough to hold the food and clothing, so she used her savings and bought an old abandoned car garage that became the location for Ma Siss's Place. Mrs. Wilkerson envisioned a place for all people; no matter how big or small the need, to come and she'd give a helping hand in whatever way she could.
In the mid to late 2001, Ma Siss's, with the help of family members and the community, has been here through the hardships endured and the better days that have come never losing the faith. By the grace of God we have reached out to the community and provided for many physical needs. Ma Siss's Place keeps the doors open through monetary donations and with clothing and food donations.

• We are accept the following donations:
  •  non-perishable food items
  • Clothes for toddlers and children
  • Financial contributions
• Unfortunately, due to lack of space, we are not accepting adult clothing, furniture, or appliance donations at this time. 

We are typically open from 11 – 6pm.

Currently Ma Siss's Place provides:

Non-perishable food items daily New and used clothing for the entire family Household Cleaning supplies

Used Appliances Used Furniture Cooking utensils and pots and pans Turkeys for Thanksgiving dinner Toys for children at Christmas

Click here to make a donation to Ma Siss's Place.
All donations given to Ma Siss's Place are Tax Deductible!

Or send Donations to:

Ma Siss's Place
266 Quincy Street
Dorchester, MA 02125